Anime and sports have crossed paths more than once, and for good reason. Just in the past couple of years, sprinter Noah Lyles "Kamehameha-ed" after winning gold at the Paris Olympics, and tennis player Coco Gauff made headlines for watching My Hero Academia "to warm up" at the U.S. Open. The fact is, anime is awesome, and part of what makes it so great is its motivational storylines. Few anime have made as much of an impact in that department as One Piece. Tonight, that anime is being featured by none other than the Los Angeles Lakers, headlined by Lebron James and Luka Doncic, in their NBA game against the L.A. Clippers. Will the Straw Hat Pirates (and a pretty stacked team) bring the Lakers to victory? Predictions say probably? Maybe? Either way, it's a solid game to watch. If youre wondering how to stream the Lakers vs. Clippers game online, check out the details below. When Is the Lakers x One Piece Collaboration? The Lakers x One Piece collaboration takes place during their game against the Clippers tonight, Friday, February 28, at 10pm EST/7pm CST. Its a home game for the Los Angeles Lakers at the Crypto.com arena. Where to Stream the Lakers vs. Clippers Game Online The L.A. rivalry game is airing on ESPN, Sportsnet LA, and FDSSC. If you have those channels on cable, youre good to go. Otherwise, theres a couple of ways to stream the game live: ESPN on fuboTV Live Sports on fuboTVOffers a seven-day free trialSee it at fuboTVfuboTV is a live TV subscription that includes ESPN. The service offers a 7-day free trial, with subscriptions starting at $84.99/month. While I wouldnt recommend it just for this game, fuboTV does offer a pretty extensive network of sports channels if anyones looking for a long-term sport streaming service. Right now, fuboTV also has a special offer for the first month of any subscription plan, so your first month of either the Essential or Pro plan (the Pro plan includes regional sports coverage) would cost the same discounted price: $54.99. NBA on DirectTV StreamPrice Per MonthDirecTV Stream (Entertainment Package)Sign up now for a 5-Day free trial! Includes over 75 channels.See it at DirecTVDirecTV is another live TV streaming subscription that includes ESPN in a number of its plans, including its cheapest one, the Entertainment Package, which starts at $74.99/month. NBA League Pass Premium, which offers continuous in-arena coverage during breaks, is included in the Choice package and is also available as an Add-On for other plans. DirecTV also offers a free trial, though a slightly shorter one at only five days.How Is One Piece Involved? This isnt the first time One Piece has collaborated with a major sports team, and it wont be the last. The Straw Hat Pirates made their way to Fenway Park for a Boston Red Sox game in 2024, and theyll be returning to Fenway Park in May of 2025. Ahead of the game, Crunchyroll unveiled new visuals highlighting the Straw Hat Pirates in Lakers attire. Tonights game will feature a new animation of the one and only Monkey D. Luffy shooting hoops, and attendees will receive the Lakers x One Piece T-shirt. Prizes will be handed out at the game itself, where there will also be a One Piece Bounty Rush photo booth. When Is the One Piece Anime Returning? The Lakers x One Piece collaboration is taking place while the One Piece anime is on a break. While series creator Eiichiro Oda continues to produce new chapters for the manga on his regular schedule, the anime has been off air for almost four months. The wait should be over soon, though: New episodes of One Piece will begin airing again in April, with the Spring/Summer anime season.

French crime drama Bastion 36 or Squad 36, depending on where youre logging into Netflix from starts with a bang, but goes out with an extended whimper. Directed and co-written by Olivier Marchal, it has the look and feel of a mid-2000s Hollywood thriller (down to the frigid color palette), but its clunky cop-corruption plot overwhelms any sense of fun. Led by Victor Belmondo, Squad 36 kicks off with a propulsive vehicular chase scene in the pouring rain, as the elite police unit of the movies title pursues a dangerous crime boss, Karim Mahmoudi (Jean-Michel Correia). This sequence ends in a thrilling stalemate, with undercover officer Antoine Cerda (Belmondo) holding Mahmoudi at gunpoint, but being forced to let him go rather than engaging in a public shootout. As the two part ways, it feels like a promise of more intrigue down the line.Unfortunately, this turns out not to be the case. Mahmoudi, though he technically factors into the plot, remains absent for much of Squad 36s runtime, as Cerda follows up on numerous leads surrounding the deaths and disappearances of several of his comrades one year and an unceremonious transfer to a different unit later. The key issue with this transition isnt so much that Squad 36 shifts focus to a different, mostly invisible antagonist working in the shadows and pulling the strings, but that the way it tells its story grinds any sense of momentum to a halt.Cerda, whos involved with his coworker Hanna (Juliette Dol), also has a penchant for getting beaten up during underground, bare-knuckle fights. Its an intriguing wrinkle to the character, but apart from giving him a consistently scarred and puffy appearance, it adds little to his psychology. The inner lives of the characters seem of little concern in Squad 36, despite much of the plot unfolding in the form of Cerda asking people questions whose answers lead him to even more people to mildly interrogate.Squad 36 GalleryTheres little sense of mystery to the unfolding police saga, other than ballistic evidence pointing towards a cop being involved in a number of recent shootings. Cerda is of a one-track mind in his mission to find out more the dead and disappeared were his closest allies, after all but theres little to actually challenge his sense of self, or his righteous morality, until very late into Squad 36s two hours and change.In the meantime, a whos who of wonderful French actors (like Yvan Attal and Soufiane Guerrab) waltz in and out of scenes to deliver news to Cerda, ask him for updates, or simply assure the audience that things are moving elsewhere, far away from the investigation all but promising these disparate parts will eventually meet. The further Cerda tumbles down the rabbit hole of corruption, the more he discovers information about what might actually be going on, though none of it is ever presented with subversion or surprise. At the very least, Belmondo (the grandson of iconic French New Wave lead Jean-Paul Belmondo) moves through this plateauing plot with a sense of control and reserve, leaving any potential emotional explosions for more significant moments.Squad 36'sresemblance to a thousand other cop procedurals is both its biggest strength and its ultimate undoing.Without its superficial appearance its cool tones, its slick handheld camera, and its editing that emphasizes information over emotion Squad 36 wouldnt move forward quite as neatly, given how flimsy it feels beneath the surface. Its resemblance to a thousand other cop procedurals is both its biggest strength and its ultimate undoing, since it leaves little room for delight or surprise. The one time it attempts to pivot (and to shock), the result is a climactic development that springs up out of the blue, introducing a completely unearned sense of cynicism. Then again, its hard to nail a thematic exclamation point when little else in the movie has much to say.

Looking to improve your Spectre Divide gameplay? Youve come to the right place. The Santai arena is packed with thrilling gunfights, tactical plays, and high-stakes competition. Whether youre struggling with Duality or looking to optimize your Sponsor kit usage, these strategies will give you the competitive edge you need!Dont Sleep on DualityDuality is one of Spectre Divides defining features the capability to control two bodies with one mind. With Duality, you can defend two sites at once, cover your own cross, or even trade yourself. Mastering Duality is the key to becoming a top-tier competitor in the Santai arena- with these tips, youll get a head start on your path to the top.Mind Your Positioning Be careful not to place your Spectre too close to your active body. It only takes one well-placed grenade or planned rush to take you out of the round!Split Your Presence Dont place both bodies on one site, or in one small area. Its a big risk to concentrate your presence in a single location when you could be gathering intel or controlling multiple areas.The Plant n Swap Use Duality swap during a plant or defuse to cover yourself while completing the action. No need to have your team-mate cover you, leaving you vulnerable to enemy fire.Silent Movement Plan your approach carefully. Slow walking wont trigger the sound alert for another players inactive Spectre, giving you the element of surprise. Jumping, falling, running, and sprinting will all trigger a Spectre Warning if you perform these actions too close to an inactive enemy Spectre.Terrific Transfers When you use your Puck to reposition your Spectre, enemies will be able to see the Recall line, which leads from your Spectres previous location to the new location of your Puck. Make sure to avoid giving the enemy too much information with your Puck throw.Tactical Teamwork TipsGunplay is king in Spectre Divide, but your personal skill will only carry you so far.Resource Sharing While you cant drop weapons for teammates during the Buy Phase, you can buy for them directly! Plus, if a teammate is upgrading or changing their weapon; you can pick up their gun from the Team Inventory for free.Weapon Economy Pick up dropped weapons during the post-round phase to add them to your team inventory for the next rounds buy phase (editors note: this doesnt carry into the second half swap).Play the Objective Planning your next move based on planting or defusing the ZEUS is very effective to secure the win. Many players get obsessed with chasing down kills, when playing the objective provides the best chance at winning!Money Management During the Buy Phase, dont handicap your team by failing to coordinate your purchases. Save your cash when appropriate and buy with your team to maintain the economic advantage. More money means better guns and equipment!Defensive Patience Staying alive as a defender is crucial. Getting a kill and then falling back to retake a site with more teammates isnt a bad call when getting overwhelmed. You dont need a heroic last stand get a kill, reposition, and wait for your team to regroup.Sponsor SecretsIn Spectre Divide, you begin each match by selecting your Sponsor of choice. Sponsors provide you with powerful gear and unique abilities that you can use to get the edge over your opponents. You can pick from nine unique Sponsor kits; each with a distinct loadout to best fit your playstyle. Whether you love to throw explosives, set traps, drop smokes, or heal teammates theres a sponsor for you!Alternate Fire Many Sponsor utility items have an alt-fire which allows you to use them in a unique way. Dont forget to experiment with these alternate capabilities to give you even more options on the battlefield.Doorway Demolition There are several destructible doors in Spectre Divide. Is there a pesky foe hiding behind a door? You can shoot the door to make an opening, and then throw Sponsor equipment like the Pinnacle Splinter Grenade through the hole in the door to clear with ease.Vector Dynamics Use the Primary abilities passive reactivation to move your other body to the location of your placed beacon. This pairs very well with a fake rush, or mid peek play. Or, perform a more risky movement to give away your position, and then teleport to safety.Ryker Industries Place your turret at a location different from where youre standing. Your enemy will have to choose between you and the turret, giving you an edge either way: a slowed target or a distracted one!Morrgen United Did you know that by using the alt-fire of Smoke Shift, you can actually teleport your Spectre into the smoke grenade? With this tip, you can cause mayhem behind enemy lines with ease!Mastering MapsQuick Map Placement During the Buy Phase, you can open the map to quickly place both your Spectre and your Active Body on the map! Then, double tap X if you need to swap your bodies locations on the map, allowing for faster setup and early positioning.Rapid Recall Zones Keep an eye out for bright green areas on the ground in certain maps in Spectre Divide. These areas allow your Spectre to reposition even quicker if you throw your Puck into the area.Take the High Ground To reach advantageous high ground in most maps, you need your puck to toss up to that area; swapping to that position. Keeping both bodies alive gives you the most options for getting to hard-to-reach places.Fences Certain maps have grated fences that block your movement, but can be shot through. While they will block your active body from passing, you can toss your puck through grated fences, repositioning your Spectre onto the other side.Window of Opportunity Its risky, but you can toss your puck through windows or openings on any map. Execute this maneuver well and you can teleport behind your enemies, or escape from danger when youre pinned down.With these tips in mind, youll be well on your way to dominating your Santai matches and claiming the win. Ready to forge your legacy? You can play Spectre Divide for free on Xbox Series X|S today.Spectre DivideMountaintop Studios200Get it nowSpectre Divide is the genre-evolving 3v3 tactical shooter driven by Duality. Use Duality to control two bodies in real-time, letting you defend two sites at once, cover your own cross, or even trade yourself. Master tactical gunplay and an arsenal of future tech to achieve infamy.DUALITY: ONE MIND, TWO BODIESUse Duality to freely swap between your second bodycalled a Spectreat any moment to outplay the enemy team. Strategically place your Spectre to cover multiple sites across the map, play two angles at once, and quickly reinforce teammates.Death cant stop you. Your Spectre is a second chance at victory, giving you twice the uptime so you can run it back and make sure to hit your shots the second time around.TENSE, TACTICAL, GUNPLAYHold, peek, or push using aim-down-sights (ADS) gunplay. True-to-crosshair accuracy means you can shoot on the move. Master combinations of 20 different weapons for infinite paths to victory.FUTURE TECH ARSENALPick from 9 Sponsor kits, each with a distinct loadout to fit your playstyle. Whether you love to set traps, drop smokes, or support teammatesSponsors let you flex on the opposition. Every Sponsor loadout is integrated with Duality, so grab your guns, grab your gear, and craft new ways to outplay the competition.CRAFTED FOR COMPETITIONEarn rank as a team or a solo competitor in highly competitive ranked matchmaking. Or get your reps in with casual and custom play.Every match matters with Crews, a weekly engagement-based competition, where teams of 50-60 players compete to score the most points and move up the seasonal leaderboard.Custom networking technology and a modern anti-cheat approach means you can focus on the win instead of the playing field. VISCERAL, ANIME-INSPIRED WORLDSpectre Divides style is rooted in sci-fi comic book art and the classic Japanese cel animation of the 90s. The world has a hand-drawn look and feel, capturing the same energy and momentum as the concept sketch. The style presents clean visual reads, perfect for executing next-level plays.FORGE YOUR LEGACYNo predetermined charactersthis is your climb. Personalize the look of your own pair of competitors and crush the competition in style. Customize faces, hair styles, tattoos, outfits, and weapons, then live your journey to champion.

Together with Chargeasap, were giving away Apples latest MacBook Pro to one reader this month to kick off the launch of the companys new Flash Pro Ultra, the worlds first dual OLED 275W powerbank. Keep reading to learn more about the new Flash Pro Ultra by Chargeasap and enter the giveaway now. ChargeASAP: Flash Pro Ultra, the worlds first dual OLED 275W powerbankChargeasap is launching a Kickstarter campaign for a brand new kind of powerbank.Flash Pro Ultrais the worlds first 275W portable battery that uses an OLED screen for displaying charging status. It supports charging up to six devices simultaneously including a power-hungry MacBook Pro, and it uses the latest Qi2 wireless charging for the MagSafe experience. Read on to learn how you can be one of the first to get your hands on Flash Pro Ultra.25000mAh 140W Fast Charging MagSafe compatible Qi2wireless Recharge in 70 Min Charge 6 Devices Apple/Samsung Watch CompatibleAll this comes in a portable package that starts at $169, making the ultimate powerbank a must-have in your toolkit. Chargeasap is launching a 60-day Kickstarter campaign to help bring the product to market. Choose between an Apple Watch or Samsung Watch charging pad, while a limited-edition colour, space grey, in addition to the black version, will be available if the campaign hits the $350K stretch goal.The Flash Pro Ultra campaign kicks off today and runs through April 12.Shipping is slated for August.How to enter:For your chance to win Apples newest MacBook Pro, enter your name and email below (one submission per email address) to sign up for Chargeasaps and 9to5Macs newsletters. Be sure toshare our giveaway onFacebookorTwitter. Entries are open until March 20, 2025.Open to readers in US and Canada only. If you are viewing this on mobile and dont see the option to enter,click here.Macbook Pro giveawayAdd 9to5Mac to your Google News feed. FTC: We use income earning auto affiliate links. More.Youre reading 9to5Mac experts who break news about Apple and its surrounding ecosystem, day after day. Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow 9to5Mac on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Dont know where to start? Check out our exclusive stories, reviews, how-tos, and subscribe to our YouTube channel

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Apple Watch users could have some cash coming their way. Following a class-action lawsuit, Apple has agreed to pay out a $20 million settlement. If your device qualifies, you'll need to file your claim before the April 10 deadline to receive your share.The lawsuit, filed in the US District Court for the Northern District of California, alleged that the batteries in first-generation, Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3 models could expand within their tight compartments, causing malfunctions. Apple has denied any wrongdoing, but nevertheless chose to settle the case.Read more:Apple Launches New iPhone 16E for the Pocket-Sized MarketIn a statement sent to CNET, Apple pushed back on the claims, stating the Apple Watch is "designed to be safe and reliable." The Apple Watch Ultra 2 is shown, displaying the Maritime text face. Apple"This settlement applies to purchasers of Original Apple Watch, Series 1, Series 2 and Series 3, which are no longer available for purchase," the company said in a statement. "While we strongly disagree with the claims made against these early generation Apple Watch models, we agreed to settle to avoid further litigation."Do you qualify for the Apple Watch payout?To qualify for compensation, users must have owned an affected Apple Watch model in the US and reported issues related to battery swelling, such as filing a complaint with customer service, between April 24, 2015, and Feb. 6, 2024.How much money could you get?Users will find that they receive differing amounts according to a variety of factors. Compensation will range from $20 to $50, depending on the number of claims submitted. Some eligible users will receive a notice via email or postcard informing them of their eligibility for a class payment, according toWatchSettlement.com. The Apple Watch Series 3 is one of the models included in the settlement. Sarah Tew/CNETHow can you file a claim?Users seeking a payout must submit their request by April 10, 2025, through the settlement website.After visiting the settlement website, users must find the QR code and scan it with an app or built-in camera option. Users can then elect how they'd prefer to receive their payment: physical check, electronic check, ACH transfer or virtual prepaid Visa or MasterCard.For users who did not receive a notice but still believe they're eligible, a claim may be filed via email.By accepting the settlement payment, Apple customers waive their rights to pursue further legal action against Apple regarding the battery issue.

NASA astronauts Sunita "Suni" Williams and Barry "Butch" Wilmore have been on the International Space Station since June, even though they initially expected to stay for just eight days. But Williams told PBS NewsHour recently that they don't feel abandoned by NASA."Obviously, there's a lot of discussion about it, so maybe people could conceive that that's the way we are, but we're not stuck," she said. "We're part of a bigger process, right?"When asked about the practicalities of suddenly being in space much longer than anticipated, without extra supplies, Wilmore said that wasn't a problem."We did launch with fewer clothing, if you will, and that was intentional," he said. "We brought up some extra gear that needed the space station needed. We brought it up with us. So we took some of our clothes off. We were only going to be here a week or so."But we made do. It was no big deal, honestly. The space station program plans for multiple contingencies. We stockpile food to last four months beyond what is expected, at a minimum. Some most times, it's longer than that, food and other amenities, wet wipes, everything that you need up here."Earlier plans were to bring the astronauts back in late March, but now the agency's Crew-10 group of astronauts could launch as early as March 12. After that crew reaches the ISS and complete the handover requirements, Williams, Wilmore, astronaut Nick Hague and Roscosmos cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov could depart for Earth aboard Crew-9.The Crew-10 mission will carry NASA astronauts Anne McClain and Nichole Ayers, pilot; Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency astronaut Takuya Onishi, and Roscosmos cosmonaut Kirill Peskov, mission specialist, to the ISS.Read more: NASA's First Interactive Twitch Stream Shows How Much Astronauts Love CoffeeRecord spacewalkBut because their stay was extended, Williams set a record. She went on a 5-hour, 26-minute spacewalk with Wilmore, and with that walk, surpassed the record set by a woman for time spent on spacewalks. According to Space.com, Williams now has 62 hours and 6 minutes of spacewalking, surpassing former astronaut Peggy Whitson, who had 60 hours and 21 minutes.On this most recent spacewalk, the two worked to finally remove a faulty radio-communications unit, one that astronauts on two previous spacewalks were unable to remove.Williams previously teamed up with astronaut Nick Hague for a spacewalk onJan. 16. On that spacewalk, Williams and Hague replaced a rate gyro assembly that helps maintain the orientation of the orbital outpost, NASA said. The astronauts also installed patches to cover damaged areas of light filters on the Neutron star Interior Composition Explorer X-ray telescope, replaced a reflector device on one of the international docking adapters, and checked access areas and connector tools that astronauts will use for future Alpha Magnetic Spectrometer maintenance. NASA astronaut Suni Williams is seen outside the International Space Station during the Jan. 16, 2025, spacewalk. NASATrump and MuskThe astronauts are scheduled to come home in March. But that might not be fast enough for President Donald Trump."I have just asked Elon Musk and SpaceX to 'go get' the 2 brave astronauts who have been virtually abandoned in space by the Biden Administration," Trump wrote on Truth Social,according to NPR. "Good luck Elon!!!"The astronauts are far from abandoned. The delay was caused because NASA and Boeing engineers discovered issues with the spacecraft that brought the astronauts into space, and chose to return that vehicle to Earth without a crew.And it's unclear what Musk could do, since the two are already scheduled to fly home on a capsule made by his company, SpaceX, and that capsule is already docked at the ISS. So technically, the astronauts could go home at any time, but that would leave the space station short-staffed and jeopardize projects, NPR says.The two astronauts say that while they miss their families, they've still got work to keep them busy."Eventually we wanna go home," Williams said in a recent news conference. "We left our families a little while ago, but we have a lot to do up here and we have to get that stuff done before we go."'Living in space is super fun'But Williams and Wilmore aren't complaining about their extended stay."I like everything about being up here," Williams saidin early December. "Living in space is super fun."The astronauts are keeping busy, with Williams and Wilmore assisting the other ISS residents in space botany studies and other research,according to NASA's ISS blog. They have aided in more than 60 scientific studies in their nearly six months on board,the Washington Post reports.Here's what you need to know about what the two astronauts are up to.Who are the astronauts?Wilmore, 61, and Williams, 58, are veteran astronauts and are both naval officers and former test pilots. Williams has been a NASA astronaut since 1998, and Wilmore since 2000. Both have plenty of experience in space.Williams is the former record holder for most spacewalks by a woman (seven) and most spacewalk time for a woman (50 hours, 40 minutes), and in 2007, she ran the first marathon by any person in space.In 2009, Wilmore piloted the Space Shuttle Atlantis on its mission to the ISS, and in 2014, he was part of the ISS crew that used a 3D printer to manufacture a tool -- a ratchet wrench -- in space, the first time humans manufactured something off-world.What was their original mission in space?Wilmore, as commander, and Williams, as pilot, traveled to the ISS on a 15-foot-wide, Boeing-made capsule called Starliner. They launched on June 5 and docked with the ISS on June 6. NASA hopes Starliner will give the organization a new way to get crews to and from the ISS, and the fact that it's Boeing-made is another sign that NASA is starting to lean on the private sector for its human spaceflight options, The New York Timesreported.Wilmore and Williams' ISS mission was supposed to last a mere eight days, during which they'd test out aspects of Starliner and see how it operates with a human crew in space. But due to complications with Starliner, the two astronauts are still up there.What are the astronauts saying?The astronauts have been positive about their experience. At alive news conferencein September, Williams said that despite knowing their mission was scheduled to take only eight days, they'd both been "training for a number of years" for it. They're fully qualified to remain in space for an extended period of time, and to help pilot the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft that'll bring them home next year."It's very peaceful up here," Williams said on Sept. 13, though she added that they miss their families back on Earth.The astronauts are working on research, maintenance and data analysis during their extended stay."We are having a great time here on ISS," Williams saidin a news conferenceheld from orbit in July. "I'm not complaining. Butch isn't complaining that we're up here for a couple of extra weeks." Wilmore and Williams responding to media questions back in March. Houston Chronicle/Hearst Newspapers/Getty ImagesHow did they get stuck in space in the first place?The Starliner was delayed in May due to a problem with a valve in the rocket. Then engineers had to fix a helium leak. That's all bad news for Boeing. It's competing with SpaceX, which has been transporting astronauts to the ISS since 2020, making over 20 successful trips to the space station. Starliner finally launched, atop an Atlas V rocket, on June 5, but some problems came along with it. NASA announced that three helium leaks were identified, one of which was known before flight, and two new ones. In addition to the leaks, the crew had to troubleshoot failed control thrusters, though the craft was able to successfully dock with the ISS. SpaceX has had failures too. A Falcon 9 rocket exploded on the launchpad in 2016. In July of this year, a Falcon 9 rocket experienced a liquid oxygen leak and deployed its satellites in the wrong orbit, The New York Times reported. And a Falcon 9 rocket in late August lost a first-stage booster when it toppled over into the Atlantic Ocean and caught fire.But that said, SpaceX has more than 300 successful Falcon 9 flights to its credit.Stuck in space: A timelineMay: Starliner launch delayed due to a problem with a valve in the rocket, and then a helium leak.June 5: Starliner launches with Williams and Wilmore on board.June 6: Starliner docks with ISS despite dealing with three helium leaks and failed control thrusters.Sept. 6: Starliner departs ISS and lands in New Mexico, leaving Williams and Wilmore behind.Sept. 28: SpaceX Crew-9 mission launches with Hague and Gorbunov on a Dragon spacecraft.Sept. 29: SpaceX Dragon docks with ISS.Dec. 17: NASA announces the launch of four crew members to the ISS will be delayed from February to late March.March 2025 onward: SpaceX Dragon spacecraft will return to Earth with Williams, Wilmore, Hague and Gorbunov.

If youre working from home, investing in one of the best office chairs (and not just a double-duty dining chair) is a necessary evil that will help correct a persistent case of tech neck and maybe even boost your WFH moralebut no promises there.Comfort and ergonomics are important, sure, but because were AD, theres equal consideration given to the aesthetics of your desk seating. Maybe that budget mesh and foam contraption you picked up from an office supply store clocks in and does the job every morning, but is it the right culture fit for the very curated aesthetic that youve cultivated in your home?Over the years that weve been testing office chairs, weve expanded our search to include a high-low selection of wallet-friendly picks, but also household names in the ergonomic space, from Herman Miller to Knoll, that come approved by design lovers like us. Our editors and writers have personally sat on, worked on, and Zoomed from each of these picks and can attest that not only are they attractive, but they will also relieve pressure on your bottom and backkeeping you structurally supported even during the longest blocks of meetings. Read on for more intel on our favorite ergonomic office chairs and jump straight to the bottom for expert commentary on ergonomics, notes on how we tested, how we chose everything, and why you should trust our reviews.Our Top Picks for the Best Office ChairsBest Overall: Herman Miller Aeron Chair, $1,410Best Budget Pick: Branch Ergonomic Chair, $339Best Extra Cushy Office Chair: Branch Ergonomic Chair Pro, $499Best Futuristic Style: Asari Chair by Herman Miller, $1,395 $1,116Best Color Options: Steelcase Karman Office Chair, $1,265Best Armchair-Style Option: Herman Miller Zeph Chair, $495Best Chair With a Separate Head Rest: Humanscale Freedom Headrest Chair, $1,779Best Minimal Office Chair: Article Svelti Office Chair, $89Best Overall: Herman Miller Aeron ChairHerman Miller Aeron ChairTester: Zo Sessums, senior digital design editorMy experience: There is a reason the Aeron is Herman Millers most beloved and recognized office chair. The iconic chair is truly supportive and gives you every bit of adjustment to sit in an ideal way. I was able to go through a virtual fitting with an ergonomic expert at Herman Miller, who walked me through all the adjustable features, though the sites gallery is very informative if you cant try out a chair first. Once the chair was deliveredno assembly requiredI understood the power of the patented PostureFit SL back support, which allows for chest open, shoulders back, and pelvis tilted slightly forward. This chair will save your body. Its easy to see why people invest in supreme desk setups. It isnt necessarily the most chic piece of furniture, but your entire body will thank you, so in that case I would recommend the Aeron chair again and again.SpecsDimensions: 38"H x 25"W x 16"DMaterials: Aluminum frame and base; 8Z pellicle elastomeric suspension seat and backrestWeight Capacity: 300350 lbs. (depending on model size)Base colors: Satin aluminum, polished aluminum, and onyx ultra matteFrame colors: Graphite, mineral, and blackWarranty: 12 yearsAdjustability:adjustable height adjustable armrests adjustable seat What we really likedSo many adjustable elements for a perfect fitEase of setupReliabilityWhat you should keep in mindAestheticsBest Budget Pick: Branch Ergonomic ChairBranch Ergonomic ChairTester: Terri Williams, contributorMy experience: This mesh office chair looks as good as it feels. Using synchronous tilt and adjustable lumbar support, it elicits an ahhhhh every time I sit down. The standard-size chair has a slim back that keeps it from being bulky and still provides ergonomic support. The mesh weave is breathable, and the seat cushion is made of high-density foam for a comfortable experience, even over long periods of time.SpecsDimensions: 3842"H x 25"W x 24"DMaterials: Double-woven nylon mesh, high-density foam cushion, anodized aluminum baseWeight Capacity: 275 lbs.Frame colors: Black or whiteSeat colors: Black, pebble, sand, graphite, light blue, poppy, and Baltic blueWarranty: 7 yearsAdjustability:adjustable height adjustable armrests adjustable headrest adjustable seat back tilt What we really likedSupportive and comfortable: Breathable mesh back and comfy seat cushionAll parts can be adjusted to find just the right seat height, depth, and tilt levelPlenty of color choicesWhat you should keep in mindThe headrest is a separate purchaseBest Extra Cushy Office Chair: Branch Ergonomic Chair ProPhoto: Audrey LeePhoto: Audrey LeePhoto: Audrey LeeBranch Ergonomic Chair ProTester: Audrey Lee, commerce editorMy experience: A bad case of tech neck hates to see the Branch Ergo Pro coming. Thats because the chairs fully customizable support system is calibrated to ensure that your posture is optimized, even during long hours in one fixed position. It offers 14 points of adjustments total (count em!) to keep you comfortable, from the seat height to the headrest for those who are blessed with longer limbs. And compared to the original version of the chair seen above, this one is far cushier on the seat and armrests, with seven additional points of adjustability. It is slightly less svelte and also slightly more expensive than its predecessor, which is why that one remains our favorite budget pick.I was especially fond of the arm rests that helped me achieve perfect elbow support (a very specific need since Ive recently enjoyed working with a laptop stand) and that the adjustable tilt option gave me the freedom to stretch my back out whenever needed. Ive been spoiled in the past with office chairs that arrived either fully or almost fully assembled, so the Ergo Pro construction process was a bit of a learning curve for me. Still, everything came together quickly (about 30 minutes or less) and was easy enough to complete solo, without phoning a friend. The chair arrived nicely packed up in its box and since it can be fully disassembled, its also a great option for frequent movers.SpecsDimensions: 25W x 24D x 38-41.2HMaterials: Flocked Italian double mesh, vegan leather or leather, high-density foam cushion, powder coated aluminum baseWeight Capacity: 275 lbsColors: Mesh: Shore (Off-White), Mineral (Light Grey), Boulder (Dark Grey); Vegan Leather: Light Grey, Brown Black Leather: Brown, BlackWarranty: 7 yearsAdjustability:height adjustable adjustable armrests adjustable headrest, adjustable seat forward tilt What we really likedAdded back support mechanism does a really great job of keeping the lower lumbar region feeling reinforced and makes it harder to slump down (which I appreciated as a chronic sloucher)The Branch Ergo Pro gets high scores in the beauty department: The off white hue feels more modern than your typical office chair and is an especially great option if you want to match your chair to a lighter colored desk.Easy assembly and compact packaging: The chair arrives compactly while the crystal clear instructions made it incredibly simple to assemble everything (no sweating or googling required)What you should keep in mindAn issue Ive had in the past is height adjustability because of my weight (I weigh just about 100 pounds) and I did find it more difficult to adjust this chair back down while someone who weighed more did notWhile the memory foam cushioned seat is very comfortable for me, it might not be the most breathable option for someone looking for airflow (Id recommend one of our mesh picks instead)Make sure you take a moment to learn what each adjustment lever does! It definitely took me a minute and some glances at the guide to nail each one down but its worth it in the long run.Best Futuristic Office Chair: Asari Chair by Herman MillerAsari Chair by Herman Miller, Mid BackTester: Audrey Lee, commerce editorMy experience: With a high price tag comes high expectations, but the Asari chair has elevated what a traditional office chair can be. I really appreciated the attention to detail, from the smooth chair glides and soft leather to the amount of foam fill in the seat and backrest that make it a treat to sit down and work. The chair has noticeably softened in a delightful way thats ultra-accommodating to my dimensions without feeling too sunken in or too stiff. I find a lot of leather office chairs are harsh or overly masculine, but the Asaris look is unparalleled. Id absolutely recommend this chair to anyone looking to splurge for their home office. From physical appearance to practical use, it scores 10s across the board for me.SpecsDimensions: 37"H x 29"W x 29"DMaterials: Powder-coated aluminum, dual-density foam, stow leather upholsteryWeight Capacity: 350 lbs.Colors: Raven (black), jettison (blue), Etruscan (coral), clarion (yellow), submerge (teal), knight (dark gray), bulb (light gray), and antler (medium gray)Warranty: 12 yearsAdjustability:adjustable height What we really liked:Major points for how customizable the design isavailable in leather and cloth as well as eight different colorsSuper supportiveI got the mid back but I imagine having the full back with a headrest is even more luxuriousSmooth delivery and no set upWhat you should keep in mindThough not an issue for me, the armrests arent adjustableMore of a buyer beware noteI imagine itd be on the harder side to get stains out of this leather, so Im extra careful if Im eating at my deskBest Color Options: Steelcase Karman Office ChairSteelcase Karman Office ChairTester: Audrey Lee, commerce editorMy experience: The first time you sit on the Karman chair you can feel your weight settle inits a little like floating on air. Assembly was quick and easy, all I needed to do was fit the chair onto the wheeled base. This chair is the definition of ergonomicthe mesh weave back rest melds comfortably against the spine without feeling unsteady and the overall design feels extremely durable. The same mesh weave technology is used for the seatsitting on it, with the underlying cushion, is comfortable, if slightly hard. The armrest pads slide back and forth and can pivot to make adjustments inwards or outwards, plus the armrest height is adjustable with a button located on the underside. After several full workdays of using this chair, I felt noticeable relief in places where I usually get aches on my back and hips. After a few weeks, most of my aches were basically gone.SpecsDimensions: 39.143.5"H x 26.1"W x 26.1"DMaterials: Plastic frame and legs, textile mesh seat and backWeight Capacity: 350 lbs.Colors: Peacock (teal and white), seagull (beige and matte brass), black intermix, red/blue intermix, and Baltic intermixWarranty: 12 yearsAdjustability:adjustable height adjustable armrests What we really likedThe breathable mesh material feels comfortable whether Im wearing pants or shortsEasy setup and straightforward instructionsVery easy to get comfortablea great option for those prone to back pain or find it uncomfortable to sit for long stretches of timeWhat you should keep in mindI wish the seat was just a touch softerThe back tension function could use some fine-tuningthe setting where you cant lean back in the chair and the next one, where you can, feels like a jump, so an in between would be nice in my opinion.Not an issue I had personally, but it would be great to have more armrests lateral movement for wider body typesBest Armchair-Style Option: Herman Miller Zeph ChairAmazonLila AllenLila AllenHerman Miller Zeph Multipurpose ArmchairTester: Lila Allen, AD PRO associate directorMy experience: If you gave a shell chair superpowers, it might look something like the Zeph. Like other Herman Miller office chairs, this seat has a wheeled base and is height-adjustable. (The adjustment lever is super sleek, tooa fun detail for the design nerds among us.) If you scooch or lean while you work, the Zeph will move right along with you. And best of all, there are plenty of ways to make the chair fit your style: In addition to eight different body color options, Herman Miller offers a 3D-knit, slip-on seat pad in 20 shades. (A unibody cover is on the way, too.) A fraction the price of an Aeron, Zeph is the gateway drug of performance seating.SpecsDimensions: 34"H 24"W 19"DMaterials: Polymer shell, optional 3D-knit fabric made from 50% recycled fibersWeight Capacity: 350 lbs.Shell colors: Alpine, black, carbon, cocoa, glacier, olive, and nightfallSeat colors: Alpine, black, carbon, cocoa, glacier, olive, nightfall, tea rose, mustard seed, and blazeWarranty: 12 yearsAdjustability:adjustable height What we really likedSleek appearance that can be changed up by swapping in a different seat padWell-designed details, like handle hardwareVery comfortable!Generous warrantyWhat you should keep in mindThe cover was a bit hard to pop on and offNo high-back optionwhich was fine for me, but may not work for some othersArm rests are not adjustableBest Chair With a Separate Head Rest: Humanscale Freedom Headrest ChairHumanscale Freedom Headrest ChairTester: Terri Williams, contributorMy experience: Out of all the office chairs I've tested, this is my favorite. I would wholeheartedly and enthusiastically recommend it. What makes this chair so unique is that it automatically adjusts to fit my body without the need for manual controls. For example, the chair's armrests and articulating headrest move when I move. The chair also has a self-adjusting recline and pivoting backrest, in addition to synchronous armrests that I can pull up when I want to use them and merely push down when theyre not needed. Honestly, the high-back chair is comfortable enough to sleep init's so comfortable that it probably causes me to work too long. In addition, the chair is fully assembled, so theres nothing that needs to be put together.SpecsDimensions: 48.253"H x 26.75"W x 17.4019.85"DMaterials: Corvara leather, technogel cushions, polished aluminumWeight Capacity: 400 lbs.Colors: Black, graphite, balsam, driftwood, navy, nimbus, and graniteWarranty: 15 yearsAdjustability:adjustable height adjustable armrests adjustable headrest adjustable seat What we really likedLuxurious leatherAutomatically pivoting backrest and armrestContoured cushions with waterfall edgeGenerous warrantyWhat you should keep in mindPretty expensiveBest Minimal Office Chair: Article Svelti Office ChairArticle Svelti Office ChairTester: Alice Roth, contributorMy experience: Assembly-wise, it was simple after some initial head-scratching with the instructions. I did Google Svelti chair casters but realized I needed to use my meager upper body strength to push the wheels into the chair legs. Everything else was straightforward, so Im assuming this assembly blip was more of a me-problem than an Article-problem. (None of the reviews mention assembly confusion.)The easy-to-clean polypropylene is very nice for someone who is prone to spills. Ergonomics are the main feature this chair is lacking. There is no adjustable seat height, which is essential for a desk setup with proper posture. (According to OSHA, you want your feet flat on the floor and your elbows bent at 90 degrees.) If I was to change anything, I would include an adjustable seat.Theres also no cushion. Im not sure this makes a difference, except on very hot days when I find myself peeling my legs off the chair (the answer for this could just be wearing pants during the workday, like an adult). I should note, Article sells a seat cushion separately, but it is about the same price as the chair itself.SpecsDimensions: 35.5"H x 24"W x 24"DMaterials: Molded polypropylene, powder-coated metal, rubber castorsWeight Capacity: 225 lbs.Adjustability: Not adjustableWhat we really likedThe minimalist aestheticThe easy-to-clean materialThe lack of armrests (stows easily)What you should keep in mindLimited seat adjustabilityClearer assembly instructionsLack of ergonomics and no lumbar support = not a great option for perpetual WFHMore Office Chairs We Recommend, With ReservationsFlexispot OC3B ChairFlexispot OC3B ChairNote: Formerly called the Flexispot SoutienTester: Terri Williams, contributorMy experience: If you want a good office chair at an economical price, the Flexispot OC3B Chair is the best of both worlds. The entire chair (back, seat, headrest) is made of breathable mesh, which contributes to air circulation. Although my preference is a leather chair, I found the Flexispot to be quite comfortable, even when sitting for a long time. Also, since its a see-through mesh, the chair doesnt take up a lot of visual space. The chair can tilt up to 45 degrees, and the height of the seat and armrests can also be adjusted. Theres also a nifty clothes hanger on the back of the chair.SpecsDimensions: 51.9"H x 25.2"W x 21.2"DMaterials: Mesh, nylon, metalWeight Capacity: 220 lbs.Colors: Gray, blue, and blackWarranty: 1 yearAdjustability:adjustable height adjustable backrest adjustable arms What we really likedBudget-friendlyMesh throughout, which makes it a breathable chair that wont trap heatSeveral adjustment points and even includes a clothes hanger on the back to keep a jacket or throw blanket close byWhat you should keep in mindLower weight limit than many other chairsVery limited warrantyBranch Verve ChairBranch Verve ChairTester: Terri Williams, contributorMy experience: Theres already a Branch chair on the list; however, the Branch Verve Chair is a newer and sportier model. As a general practice, the armrests on ergonomic office chairs tend to be bulky, and the Branch Verve Chair immediately stands out because of the versatile armrest design, which gives it a futuristic look. I can also adjust the height of the softly-padded armrests, the seat depth, the tilt, the tilt tension, and the padded lumbar support.SpecsDimensions: 41"H x 27"W x 27"DMaterials: 3D knit, foam, and aluminumWeight Capacity: 275 lbs.Colors: Coral, lunar, mist, mint, cobalt, and galaxyWarranty: 7 yearsAdjustability:seat height and depth adjustable adjustable armrest height adjustable lumbar height tilt and tilt tension What we really likedSitting for long periods of time is easy thanks to the v-shaped chair design provides extra lumbar support3D knit back is breathable and supports postureSporty look and several color choicesWhat you should keep in mindNo headrestNot as affordable as other Branch picks on this listHaworth Breck Office ChairHaworth

The canopy bed is an unlikely chameleon. Its imposing size and dramatic silhouette should, according to conventional design wisdom, limit its range. But the best canopy beds, depending on their styling, are a lot more adaptable than you might think. They can appear ornate or austere, stately or delicate, and equally at home in a medieval castle, an 18th-century royal bedchamber, or a suburban tweens room.Therein lies its allure: The statement bed frame carries with it an air of dignified luxury thats impossible to ignore, but easy to make your own. Use it to cozy up a large space, or make it the focal point of a small one. Ditch your box spring, or dont. Choose clean lines and an upholstered headboard for a minimalist look, or go old-world extravagant with a wrought iron frame and sumptuous drapery.To steer your search, weve pulled together 11 modern canopy bed frames to complement a wide variety of styles and spaces, personalities and price points. Read on and rest well.Article Lenia Canopy BedThis charming wood canopy bed offers mid-century appeal at an approachable price point, with clean lines that invite you to dress it up or keep it bare. Made from solid American oak and walnut, its a timeless addition that balances sturdiness with a feeling of sophisticated ease.Prana Live-Edge Canopy BedAnd now for something completely different. For those in search of one-of-a-kind details, Anthropologies Prana canopy bedavailable in king and queen sizesboasts a live-edge solid oak frame for a rustic look thats both organic and pleasingly offbeat. Meanwhile, a brushed brass iron base adds sturdiness and a hint of polish.Aston Canopy Bed by AllModernBedroom in need of a modern makeover? This streamlined metal canopy bed, which clocks in at less than a grand, features steel joinery for superior durability and some easy-assembly pieces that wont have you fumbling around with an Allen key. In-stock finishes include a gilded option and an all-black style for a more minimal look. The frame also comes with a five-year warranty to safeguard you against any serious wear and tear over time.Summerville Canopy BedNo need to mess with a classic. The vintage-inspired Summerville Canopy Bed nods to the past with refined, turned wood detailing and a rich, Tuscan Brown finish. Matching pendant-knob dressers and nightstands complete the old-school look, but with a modern, sustainable twist: The collection is GREENGUARD Gold-certified and made using responsibly sourced materials.West Elm Hargrove Canopy BedAn understated take on a farmhouse accent, the Hargrove Canopy Bed couples a graciously proportioned mahogany frame with soft-edged details and a lounge-worthy headboard upholstered in creamy alabaster linen.Ambrose Mappa Burl Canopy BedPaging all burl girls (and boys). The very-now wood finish can even be found on stately canopy beds, for a dramatic '70s-inflected look. Though technically a burl veneer, the patterning varies from one design to another for a one-of-a-kind look. The bed itselfavailable in a queen or king sizewins major grown-up points for its handsome wood frame and built-in levelers that adjust the height so nothing feels off kilter while you snooze.Clauson Canop Bed by Mermelada EstudioDesigned by Barcelonas Mermelada Estudio, the Clauson bed features a legless base that sits directly on the ground, giving it the elevated look of a modern platform bed. Other charm-enhancing features include its sturdy construction, which pairs a towering mindi wood frame with a plush headboard in your choice of performance linen weave.YTTERVG Four-Poster Bed FrameHunting for a new bed on a budget? This four poster bed from IKEA embodies the brands trademark Scandinavian simplicity, butthanks to an, elegant, solid wood frame and generous headboardstill manages to maintain a regal quality. Its available with either a mattress base or slats, but note that DIY assembly is required no matter what extras you request with it.Penny Canopy BedFrom interior designer Amber Lewis comes a single frame, solid wood canopy bed that shows exceptional attention to detail. Its headboard features a removable cushion in your choice of top-quality fabric; each comes finished with handsome leather straps and stitched embellishments for a singular, rustic feel.Serena & Lily Franklin Four Poster BedThis made-to-order, fully upholstered four poster bed offers style-conscious sleepers an extensive array of fabric options166 to be exact. Choose from denim to raffia, canvas to cotton velvet, sleek performance suede to sweet gingham linen. (Available in twin to California king sizes, its also appropriate for spaces of varying square footage.)Lispi Volta Blue Iron Canopy Double Bed by Mario ScairatoA statement-maker (and a splurge), this Mario Scairato design pairs wrought iron construction with a few decidedly non-traditional touches. Its head-turning frame features bright blue arches and a matching upholstered headboard, while an integrated LED serves as a dimmable reading light with switches located on the beds back legs. File this bed in the clever and convenient category.